Whiskey Smash
It’s time to sit back and calm down with this simple Whiskey Smash cocktail recipe. Muddled mint leaves and lemon infuse each sip with vibrant, refreshing taste!
Why You’ll Love This Whiskey Smash Recipe
- 4 Easy Components. A whiskey smash is a traditional cocktail with simply 4 components: whiskey, mint, lemon, and easy syrup or sugar. (Plus ice, however I guess you have already got that readily available!)
- Bar Tools Non-compulsory. As you’ll be able to see from the photographs beneath, you don’t want any fancy gear to make a whiskey smash—I used a jar to shake it up! Whereas a jigger and cocktail shaker and strainer are good, this is a superb recipe in case you don’t have a completely outfitted bar.
- The Tastiest Whiskey Cocktail. If you happen to aren’t a fan of whiskey, a whiskey smash is the proper place to begin. The brightness of the lemon and crispness of the mint make it extra refreshing than boozy, so it’s dangerously simple to drink.
Tips on how to Make a Whiskey Smash
The Components
- Contemporary Mint Leaves. Mint groups up with the lemon to present this cocktail its signature refreshing and funky style. Use further to make a Strawberry Mojito!
- Lemon. Provides brightness and citrus taste to the cocktail. It provides the whiskey smash punch! (For extra lemony cocktails, do this Gold Rush Cocktail or St. Germain Cocktail.)
- Easy Syrup or Mild Agave Nectar. A whiskey smash isn’t overly candy by any means, however somewhat little bit of sweetener provides steadiness.
- Bourbon Whiskey. I like to make use of Bulleit.
The Instructions
- Launch the Flavors. Muddle the mint leaves, lemon, and sweetener in a cocktail shaker or jar.
- Shake and Serve. High with the whiskey and ice; cowl and shake. Pour the cocktail right into a glass, high with ice, and garnish with mint. ENJOY!
Recipe Variations
- Irish Whiskey Smash. For a St. Patrick’s Day spin, use Irish whiskey as a substitute of bourbon and substitute the lemon with quarter of a lime.
- Pineapple Whiskey Smash. Muddle 2 cubes of pineapple with the lemon and mint. Garnish with further pineapple cubes.
- Blackberry Whiskey Smash. Muddle 2-3 blackberries with the lemon and mint. Garnish with further blackberries. (Blackberry followers, don’t miss this Skinny Blackberry Margarita.)
Recipe Ideas and Tips
- Make Your Personal Easy Syrup. Sure, you should purchase it, however it’s really easy to make! Simply mix equal elements water and sugar and warmth it in a pan till the sugar dissolves. You may maintain it within the fridge for a month.
- Pressure And not using a Strainer. If in case you have a mesh skimmer utensil—the type you employ to skim fats or foam off of one thing whereas it cooks—it makes an awesome stand-in for a cocktail strainer. In any other case, you’ll be able to simply maintain a fork over the sting of the jar to carry again the mint and lemon whilst you pour.
- Don’t Muddle Too A lot. If you happen to overdo it, it should make your whiskey smash bitter.
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Whiskey Smash
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Muddled mint leaves and lemon infuse each sip of this traditional whiskey smash recipe with vibrant, refreshing taste. No bar gear wanted!
Servings 1 drink
Energy 190kcal
Components
- 8 contemporary mint leaves plus further for garnish
- ½ lemon reduce into 3-4 wedges
- 2 teaspoons easy syrup or gentle agave
- 2 ounces bourbon whiskey
- Crushed ice or common ice
Directions
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Place the mint leaves, lemon, and easy syrup within the backside of a cocktail shaker or mason jar. With a muddler or the deal with of a wood spoon, mash 4–5 instances, simply sufficient to launch juices and oils.
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Add the bourbon and high with a small handful of crushed ice. Cowl and shake vigorously for 30 seconds to mix. Pressure into an quaint or related glass. Pile extra crushed ice on high. Garnish with further mint sprigs. Take pleasure in instantly.
Notes
For a St. Patrick’s Day spin, use Irish whiskey as a substitute of bourbon and substitute the lemon with 1/4 of a lime.
Diet
Serving: 1drink | Energy: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fats: 0.2g | Saturated Fats: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fats: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fats: 0.01g | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 352IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
